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This study tested if a drug called prucalopride could reduce inflammation and help patients recover bowel function faster after pancreas surgery. Researchers gave the drug before surgery to 31 patients and measured inflammation levels and recovery times. The goal was to see if th…

This study tested whether an intensive rehabilitation program using advanced technology helps adults with chronic stroke or spinal cord injury regain independence in daily activities. It compared this high-tech program to standard care in 102 participants who were at least 3 mont…

This study tested a screening program for people with long-term achalasia, who have a much higher risk of developing esophageal cancer. Researchers used a special dye spray during an endoscopy to try to detect early, pre-cancerous changes more effectively than standard methods. A…

This study tested a new diagnostic procedure where people breathe cold air to see how their lungs react. Researchers compared the responses of 60 adults with and without asthma to see if this test could help doctors better identify and understand different types of asthma. The go…

This study aimed to create and test a new tool to help doctors better understand and manage the bowel problems many people face after rectal cancer treatment. Researchers worked with 118 patients to develop a smartphone diary app that tracks symptoms in detail. The goal is to imp…

This study tested a program designed to prevent falls in older adults living independently in Belgium. It involved 550 participants and focused on improving how the program is delivered and accepted by both seniors and healthcare workers. The goal was to see if a better-implement…

This study tested whether a new brain training technique could make mindfulness meditation more effective at reducing stress. 80 adults with mild to severe stress symptoms were randomly assigned to receive either real or sham (fake) brainwave feedback during meditation sessions. …

This study tested whether a special treadmill with two independently moving belts could help reduce freezing episodes during turns for people with Parkinson's disease. Twenty-six participants with daily freezing episodes completed a four-week training program. Researchers measure…

This study tested whether a ketone supplement drink could help cyclists recover better during extremely demanding, multi-day races. Eighteen fit cyclists participated, taking the drink after each race stage and before bed. Researchers measured muscle soreness, mental sharpness, s…

This study aimed to understand how the body absorbs short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs), which are important nutrients produced by gut bacteria. Researchers tested 13 healthy volunteers to see if delivering these acids to the small intestine versus the colon changed how much entered …

This study aimed to understand how certain natural gut chemicals, called short-chain fatty acids, affect hormones that control hunger and fullness. Researchers tested 28 healthy adults by giving them capsules that released these chemicals in different parts of their intestines. T…

This study aimed to understand how to help people with Parkinson's disease better remember and retain motor skills they practice. Researchers compared two training methods—practicing a skill alone versus practicing while doing a second mental task—to see which leads to longer-las…